Tool & Die Machinist – Mold Tooling & Precision

Westlake Pipe & Fittings; Brownsville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

employer contribution

incentive plan

fitness reimbursement

educational assistance

employee assistance

Job summary

Westlake Pipe & Fittings is seeking a skilled machinist to operate conventional machine shop equipment and support injection mold tooling. You will read drawings, measure parts, select machines, and maintain tooling while ensuring safety and quality.

You’ll work under the Shop Supervisor, handling maintenance, troubleshooting, and accurate record keeping. Qualified candidates have at least 2 years in a machine shop, with a high school diploma or equivalent and trade school certification

Qualifications

• Certificate of completion from an accredited machine shop or tool and die vocational school preferred.
• Excellent coordination and mechanical skills.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and safety.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in math; basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Operates conventional machine shop equipment (lathe, milling machine, drill press, etc.).
• Reviews drawings, instructions, blueprints, or samples for accuracy.
• Takes precise measurements for cutting or shaping.
• Selects appropriate machine and settings for tasks and plans sequence of work.
• Performs tooling maintenance and minor repairs; maintains clean workstation.
• Troubleshoots injection mold problems and tooling issues to minimize downtime.
• Maintains records of work activity and time.

Skills

Coordination

Mechanical skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade school certification preferred

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Westlake Pipe & Fittings is seeking a skilled machinist to operate conventional machine shop equipment and support injection mold tooling. You will read drawings, measure parts, select machines, and maintain tooling while ensuring safety and quality.

You’ll work under the Shop Supervisor, handling maintenance, troubleshooting, and accurate record keeping. Qualified candidates have at least 2 years in a machine shop, with a high school diploma or equivalent and trade school certification